The respiratory tissues perform which of these functions?
a. diffusion c. inhalation and exha-lation
b. gas exchange d. ventilation
B
The appearance of the alveoli and the alveolar ducts resemble a cluster of grapes. Gas exchange occurs in these respiratory tissues.
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The client receiving high dose long term amiodarone therapy should be monitored every 3-6 months for:
a. tachycardia. c. renal failure. b. pulmonary toxicity. d. muscle hyper-reflexia.
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a. Reassure the patient that Keflex is not penicillin. b. Place an allergy alert band on the patient's wrist. c. Notify the prescriber immediately before the first Keflex dose. d. Highlight this important information in the patient's medical record.
The nurse is caring for a patient on a protease inhibitor (PI). Upon review of the laboratory test results, the nurse notes that the patient has newly elevated plasma triglycerides and cholesterol
The nurse expects that the prescriber will manage these levels with: a. lovastatin (Mevacor). b. simvastatin (Zocor). c. modified diet and exercise. d. pancrease.